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If you want a complete Grinch movie marathon in the United States, you currently need more than one service. How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966) is included with Peacock Premium and Premium Plus, while the 2000 and 2018 films are currently available only as digital rentals or purchases.
Availability and prices below were checked on August 9, 2026. Holiday streaming rights can change, so check the listing again before starting your marathon.
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Where to watch each Grinch movie
| Title | Current U.S. availability | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966) | Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus; also available to rent or buy digitally | Peacock: $10.99/month for Premium or $16.99/month for Premium Plus. Digital rental or purchase prices vary. |
| How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) | Not included with a U.S. subscription streaming service; available through digital video-on-demand stores | Rent for $3.99 or buy for approximately $7.99–$14.99 |
| The Grinch (2018) | Not included with a U.S. subscription streaming service; available through digital video-on-demand stores | Rent for $3.99 or buy for approximately $7.99–$14.99 |
How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966)
The original animated television special, narrated and voiced by Boris Karloff, is currently streaming on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus. JustWatch lists the plans at $10.99 per month and $16.99 per month, respectively. There is currently no free U.S. streaming option.
If you do not want a Peacock subscription, the 26-minute special can also be rented or purchased through Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Search for the 1966 release specifically: several Grinch titles appear in store results.
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How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
Jim Carrey’s live-action adaptation is not currently included with a U.S. subscription streaming service. The film is available as a digital rental for $3.99 or as a digital purchase for roughly $7.99 to $14.99, depending on the retailer and format.
Current listings include Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. There is no free streaming option listed at present. The full title has no exclamation mark in most listings, which helps distinguish it from the 1966 special.
The Grinch (2018)
Illumination’s animated film, with Benedict Cumberbatch voicing the Grinch, is also not currently included with a U.S. subscription streaming service. You can rent it for $3.99 or buy it digitally for approximately $7.99 to $14.99.
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Current digital listings include Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, and, in some listings, FlixFling. There is currently no free U.S. streaming option.
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For a three-film marathon, the simplest setup is:
- Use Peacock Premium or Premium Plus for the 1966 special.
- Rent the 2000 film digitally for $3.99.
- Rent the 2018 film digitally for $3.99.
That means the minimum listed cost is approximately $18.97 with one month of Peacock Premium, plus any applicable taxes: $10.99 for Peacock and $7.98 for the two rentals. Peacock Premium Plus raises the subscription portion to $16.99, making the comparable total approximately $24.97.
If you expect to watch the films repeatedly, buying the two digital features may be more practical. Purchase prices range from about $7.99 to $14.99 per title, but the exact cost depends on the store, resolution, and whether a bundle or promotion is available.
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Search by title and year
The three main Grinch adaptations have very similar names:
- 1966: How the Grinch Stole Christmas! — animated TV special, narrated and voiced by Boris Karloff.
- 2000: How the Grinch Stole Christmas — live-action film starring Jim Carrey.
- 2018: The Grinch — animated film starring Benedict Cumberbatch.
When using a streaming app or digital store, include the year in your search. This is the safest way to avoid renting the wrong adaptation, particularly when searching for the 2000 film or the 2018 movie.
Why older Peacock guides may be misleading
Peacock published holiday guides in late 2025 stating that all three major Grinch adaptations were available on the service. Current U.S. listings checked in August 2026 no longer show the 2000 or 2018 films as part of a Peacock subscription. Only the 1966 special is currently listed as included.
That difference reflects the seasonal nature of streaming rights. An older Peacock article may still appear in search results, but it should not be treated as a current guide to the 2026 holiday lineup.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.What about Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Musical?
Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Musical (2020) is a filmed stage production rather than one of the three screen adaptations usually meant by “the Grinch movies.” It is not currently available to stream in the United States. Its last listed U.S. availability was Peacock Premium from December 2020 through January 2021.
If you are assembling a list of the major Grinch films, leave the musical off unless you specifically want to include the stage adaptation.
FAQ
Is the 1966 Grinch special streaming for free?
No. As of the August 9, 2026 U.S. availability check, How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966) is included with Peacock Premium and Premium Plus, but no free streaming option is listed. It can also be rented or purchased digitally.
Are the Jim Carrey and 2018 Grinch movies on Peacock?
They are not currently listed as included with a U.S. Peacock subscription. The 2000 Jim Carrey film and the 2018 animated film are available to rent for $3.99 or buy digitally for approximately $7.99–$14.99.
How much does it cost to watch all three Grinch movies?
The lowest listed combination is one month of Peacock Premium at $10.99 plus two $3.99 digital rentals, for approximately $18.97 before taxes. Peacock Premium Plus makes the comparable total approximately $24.97.
Is the 2020 Grinch musical one of the Grinch movies?
It is a filmed stage musical, not one of the three commonly referenced television or theatrical adaptations from 1966, 2000, and 2018. It is not currently streaming in the United States.
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Peacock currently covers only the 1966 animated special. To watch all three main Grinch adaptations in the U.S., plan on one month of Peacock plus separate digital rentals or purchases of the 2000 and 2018 films. Search each title with its release year, and recheck availability close to the holidays because streaming rights often move seasonally.
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